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Kenton Historic Courthouse District Partners with Hardin County Historical Museums to Launch Pop-Up Art Galleries and Historic Tours

KENTON, OHIO- The Kenton Historic Courthouse District (KHCD) has announced an exciting new partnership with Hardin County Historical Museums aimed at bringing history to life in Downtown Kenton through immersive art, storytelling, and guided experiences. This collaborative initiative will introduce pop-up art gallery exhibitions throughout the district, alongside specially curated historical tours designed to showcase the architectural, cultural, and community heritage that define Downtown Kenton. Beginning in late spring 2026, KHCD and Hardin County Historical Museums will unveil rotating art […]

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City of Kenton Hiring Utility Customer Service Coordinator

The City of Kenton is hiring a Utility Customer Service Coordinator. Duties include managing utility accounts and payments, assisting residents, providing customer service, and supporting essential city operations. The city is looking for someone detail-oriented, organized, and great with people. You can apply by visiting cityofkenton.com/applynow.

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Murder Victim Family Member and Journey of Hope Leader Rev. Dr. Jack Sullivan Jr. to Speak in Marion

Photo: Ohioans to Stop Executions Marion, Ohio – A leader in Ohio’s efforts to end the death penalty, Rev. Dr. Jack Sullivan, Jr., will be speaking in Marion on the evening of Friday, April 17, to share his personal story of loss, healing, and hope. The board president of Journey of Hope …from violence to healing – Dr. Sullivan, the former executive director of the Columbus-based Ohio Council of Churches, became a murder victim family member following the 1997 killing of his sister, […]

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Kenton City Council Approves Several Ordinances During Recent Meeting

Kenton City Council met Monday evening, addressing a wide range of topics.  During public comment, Ward 2 resident Thad Gardner addressed the council regarding the proposed U.S. 68/State Route 31 roundabout, submitted 17 Federal Railroad Administration crash reports into the official record, and urged a full railroad safety review before the project proceeds. The Tree Commission also presented upcoming Arbor Day plans. Gary Whitmer and Tara Meyer invited the public to a free Arbor Day event at the Mary Lou […]

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NWS Confirms 70–80 MPH Straight-Line Winds Caused Damage at Benjamin Logan School

The National Weather Service has confirmed damaging straight-line winds of 70 to 80 miles per hour were responsible for the damage observed at Benjamin Logan School property Tuesday evening. There was some roof damage along a flat portion of one of the school buildings, several light poles were either bent or broken, including the football stadium, several small outbuildings on the grounds of the stadium complex were moved from their original locations, including one anchored to a cement slab, and […]

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Severe Thunderstorm Watch, Flood Watch Issued for Parts of the Region

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for counties in our area.A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 900 PM EDT (04/15/2026) for Allen, Wyandot, Hancock, Marion Counties in our region.A Flood Watch has also been issued through Thursday morning for Allen, Paulding, Putnam, and Van Wert Counties. ...FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING...* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.* WHERE...Portions of northwest Ohio, including the following areas, Allen OH, Paulding, Putnam […]

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Next Community Coffee Set for May 5 in Kenton

The next Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance Community Coffee will be held Tuesday, May 5. All are welcome to attend the event that will start at 8am in the Alliance’s Conference Room at 225 South Detroit Street in Kenton. The guest speaker will be Jennifer Ulmer, who is the Director of Hardin County Historical Museums. Attendees can ask questions and network while learning more about the Alliance and receive community updates. To register, please click here.

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Silver Birch Foundation to Hold Annual Charity Dinner and Auction Tomorrow in Lima

Lima, OH – Area Agency on Aging 3’s Silver Birch Foundation will be holding its 8th Annual Dinner and Auction on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at the UNOH Event Center. The dinner and auction raises money for the Silver Birch Foundation to support the mission of Area Agency on Aging 3. The Silver Birch Foundation was established in July 2017 The Silver Birch Foundation aids older adults that are facing forms of abuse, whether it be physical, sexual, verbal, exploitation, […]

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